Because of her 17 year relationship with a close friend from Vietnam, Monica Crawford has a deep sense of appreciation for the Vietnamese culture, people, and spirit. Monica has studied at the San Francisco State University Fine Art Program. Her time spent in art history classes and in the studio encouraged her to paint from the heart, not from the textbook.
Of her paintings and depictions, Monica states: "My reactions to situations with family, friends or enemies often create a rich, and colorful palette, in essence expressing my mood or generating the gesture of maneuvering through life. My brushstrokes and application are often dictated by the rhythm of the drums or the melody in my head. My love of live percussion and dance also greatly affect the metaphorical muse while attempting to be responsive and not inhibited."
All of these pieces were created with the emphasis of family and close relationships that are so very important within the Vietnamese culture. A sense of loyalty and family focus is constantly at the forefront and I have tried to portray that in my pieces through color and gesture.
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